Hyundai Accent Ratings, Reviews and Analysis

Ratings & Reviews

5 star

morriswilliam writes:

a great car

i like this car drive good a great car so far the only thing is no cruise control kill it on a long ride, like i say the only problem i do not like is no cruise control on it other wise a great car rides great power is great gas milies are great very nice radio systms in it from the factory just all around little car thanks billy

4 star

see_margo writes:

inexpensive good economical car

This little car has been wonderful. It is comfortable to drive. Easy to find parking because it is small. Even though this car is little it can still zoom zoom! Interior still looks great but I take care of my zoom zoom:) Great on gas between 300 to 350 miles per tank.

5 star

pmarc1365 writes:

Very favorable for value, maintenance,dependability

Is a very roomy hatchback for a compact, good acceleration handles loaded carrying weight well, easy to lower rear seat, good performance on long trips,good visibility of traffic conditions from side and rear, a safe contolled feel to driving, auto transmission still smoothe at 76,000 miles

4 star

HyundaiDriver257 writes:

Solid basic transportation.

Pretty good mileage for a car of its vintage, esp with well over 100,000 miles on it. If the newer models are as well built and I was in the market, I would definitely have to consider another Accent.

4 star

HyundaiDriver326 writes:

good

done nothing but oil changes reliable, would like higher gear in transmission tac's 4,000 on hwy

Safety Ratings and Recalls

Safety

2014 Hyundai Accent

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2013 Hyundai Accent

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2012 Hyundai Accent

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2011 Hyundai Accent

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2010 Hyundai Accent

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Recall Notices

2011 Hyundai Accent (9/8/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V566000

Component Name: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.

Defect: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V-113.

2010 Hyundai Accent (9/8/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V566000

Component Name: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.

Defect: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V-113.

2009 Hyundai Accent (9/8/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V566000

Component Name: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.

Defect: Failure to illuminate the brake lights during braking or the inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switch, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 1-855-671-3059 or by visiting www.HyundaiUSA.com/Campaign131. Hyundai's number for this recall is 131. This recall is an expansion of 13V-113.

2015 Hyundai Accent (4/13/2015)

Campaign Number: 15V218000

Component Name: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Accent vehicles manufactured September 15, 2014, to February 10, 2015. In very cold temperatures, the occupant detection system (ODS) may not be able to determine if a child restraint seat is in the front passenger seat.

Defect: If the ODS fails to detect that the seat is occupied by a child restraint seat, the front air bag will not be deactivated and, in the event of a crash necessitating front air bag deployment, the air bag deployment could cause increased risk of injury to the occupant in the child restraint seat.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will correct ODS software, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-671-3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 129.

2008 Hyundai Accent (4/1/2013)

Campaign Number: 13V113000

Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:SWITCHES:BRAKE LIGHT

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Description: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.

Defect: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.